How to Get the Perfect Flash Exposure
Blending flash with natural light can be tricky, but it is the key to making your portraits stand out and look professional.
How to Pose and Light a Bridal Party (Even in Harsh Sun!)
Capturing the perfect wedding party portrait can be one of the most stressful parts of a wedding day.
How to Master Pet Photography Lighting and Posing
Capturing the perfect portrait of a four-legged friend is about more than just a fast shutter speed. It’s about mastering your light.
How to Capture Senior Portraits Using Off-Camera Flash
Professional portrait photographer Ray Alvarez is a master at this, and in his latest shoot, he shows us how to use Westcott lighting to create bold,...
4 Essential Portrait Lighting Patterns
Starting out with photography lighting can feel a bit like learning a brand-new language, and it is completely normal to feel a little intimidated.
Pro Lighting Tips for Nighttime Portraits
For many photographers, the setting sun signals the end of a shoot, but for Ray Alvarez, it’s when the real magic begins.
5 Creative Beauty Lighting Techniques
Beauty photography is all about the fine details, the texture of the skin, the pop of the makeup, and how light shapes the face.
Strobe vs. Sunlight: Pro Secrets for Natural-Looking Flash Portraits
Have you ever found the perfect location, only to realize the harsh midday sun is ruining your shot?
How to Use Reflectors for Better Natural Light Portraits
Have you ever arrived at a beautiful outdoor location only to find the sun is working against you?
How to Create a Mirrored Lighting Effect In-Camera
We’ve all been there. You have a brilliant experimental lighting idea, you try it out, and the results are… fine.
Using Flash to Mimic Natural Window Light for Portraits
Window light for portraits is beautiful when you have it, but that is not always the case. Maybe the room has no windows, or the light is hitting...
How to Create Multiple Portrait Looks with One Portable Strobe
Great outdoor portraits start with seeing the light, not fighting it. In this video, portrait photographer Eli Infante shows how a small, portable...
How to Choose the Best Light Modifiers for Portrait Photography
Selecting the right lighting modifier can feel overwhelming. There are softboxes, umbrellas, reflectors, beauty dishes, strip boxes, grids, and that...
Mastering Beauty Dish Portraits
If you have ever picked up a beauty dish and wondered how to get the most out of it, this guide will show you everything you need to know.
Mastering Golden Hour Portraits with Off-Camera Flash
Mastering Golden Hour Portraits with Off-Camera Flash Golden hour is famous for its warm, flattering glow.
Getting Started with Newborn Photography | Lighting & Posing Tips
Newborn and maternity photographer Evie Lynn Deaton is known for her calm energy and clean, natural style.
Pro Desk Lighting Setup for Content Creators
Photographer Jerry Ghionis shows how a few well-placed lights can totally change the way you look on screen.
Enhancing Window Light Portraits with Flash
Window light has a timeless beauty that portrait photographers love, but it’s also unpredictable.
Cinematic Lighting for Documentary Interviews
Photographer and filmmaker Shanyn Fiske uses Westcott’s constant lighting tools to create clean, natural cinematic lighting for both the interview...
How to Make Flash Look Natural in Outdoor Portraits
Mark Behrens and Steve Batz of Panoptic Photography are known for taking portraits that look effortless and natural, even when flash is used.
3 Creative Ways to Use Gels in Portrait Photography
When you want to capture bold, dramatic portraits, gels unlock a world of creative possibilities.